New Hampshire Impairment Rating Guide
New Hampshire workers' compensation uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under N.H. Rev. Stat. § 281-A:32.
Which Edition?
AMA Guides Edition 5th Edition
Statutory Authority
N.H. Rev. Stat. § 281-A:32
PPD Calculation
Statutory Maximum Weeks 350 weeks
PPD compensation based on scheduled members; whole-body 350 weeks × WPI%.
Notes
AMA Guides 5th Edition is the prevailing reference.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which edition of the AMA Guides does New Hampshire use?
New Hampshire uses the 5th Edition of the AMA Guides to the Evaluation of Permanent Impairment under N.H. Rev. Stat. § 281-A:32. The applicable edition is generally determined by the worker's date of injury; consult counsel for cases that straddle effective-date transitions.
How is permanent partial disability calculated in New Hampshire?
PPD compensation based on scheduled members; whole-body 350 weeks × WPI%.
Where can I find a certified impairment rater in New Hampshire?
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Does this information constitute legal or medical advice?
No. This page provides general statutory and methodological information for educational purposes only. Statutes change, case law shifts controlling interpretation, and individual cases turn on facts beyond what reference material can capture. Consult qualified legal counsel and a credentialed rating physician for any specific matter.
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